Ingredients
Metric weights use grams. US weights use ounces; liquids use fluid ounces. Conversions are rounded. Spoon measures use 5 ml teaspoons and 15 ml tablespoons; cups use 240 ml.
Serves 6
Dough
Pan
Equipment
Kitchen scales; measuring jug and spoons; knife; cutting board; mixing bowls; heavy frying pan; spatula; heatproof spoon; spatula.
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Steps
Mix · About 15 min
- Combine 400 g plain flour, 180 g grated coconut, 200 ml water, 80 g onion, finely chopped, 10 g green chili, chopped, ¾ tsp salt, adding water gradually to a firm soft dough. Rest 15 minutes.
Shape · About 8 min
- Divide into eight and pat into 1 cm thick rounds.
Cook · About 5 min
- Oil a griddle lightly with 20 ml coconut oil; cook over medium-low heat 4–5 minutes per side until browned in spots and cooked through.
Check: The surfaces have golden spots and the centre is fully cooked without wet dough.
Tips
- Keep rounds evenly thick to avoid raw centres.
- Judge Pol Roti by the texture and doneness signs in its steps. Your pan and heat affect how long Pol Roti takes to cook.
Substitutions
- Omit chili for a mild coconut roti.
Storage
- Wait until Pol Roti is completely cool before covering it. Plain baked Pol Roti keeps airtight for up to two days; adding perishable fillings means it needs refrigeration.
- If Pol Roti is bread or scones, use a moderate oven for a brief warming. Serve Pol Roti at room temperature if it is cookies or muffins. Cooled portions of Pol Roti can be frozen for up to two months.
Make ahead
- Prepare the measured ingredients for Pol Roti one day ahead. For Pol Roti, refrigerate chopped vegetables apart from the other perishable ingredients. Follow the cooking stages for Pol Roti on the day of serving.
FAQ
What matters most when making Pol Roti?
Keep rounds evenly thick to avoid raw centres.
What can I substitute in Pol Roti?
Omit chili for a mild coconut roti.
Can I prepare Pol Roti ahead?
Prepare the measured ingredients for Pol Roti one day ahead. For Pol Roti, refrigerate chopped vegetables apart from the other perishable ingredients. Follow the cooking stages for Pol Roti on the day of serving.
Food safety references
FoodSafety.gov: cooking temperatures · Food Standards Agency: rice storage and reheating
